Project News for Healthcare Facilities - June 2026
The Hidden Risks of QAC Disinfectants in Healthcare Facilities
Quaternary ammonium compounds are a popular disinfectant choice, but they may be causing more harm than good. A review outlines the problems with QACs and offers a solution.
6/17/2026
Baptist Health Acquires South Arkansas Regional Hospital
Now operating as Baptist Health Medical Center-El Dorado, the 151-bed facility is the 13th hospital in the Baptist Health system.
6/17/2026
Sprinkler Compliance: Navigating Code Mandates, Renovation Triggers and Patient Safety
As CMS deadlines approach and renovation projects accelerate, healthcare facility managers must understand how NFPA 101, state fire codes and sprinkler design strategies intersect.
6/17/2026
Carvel Autism Health to Open New Therapy Clinic in Altoona, Iowa
The clinic features colorful, sensory-friendly spaces where children work one-on-one with therapists.
6/16/2026
Cleanliness in Hospitals: Clinical Priority and Community Perception
EVS managers and communities value cleanliness for complementary reasons: managers for safety and compliance, communities for trust and comfort.
6/11/2026
Clarinda Regional Health Center Reports Data Security Incident
On or around December 15, 2025, Clarinda learned that certain data within its network may have been accessed without authorization.
6/11/2026
Clarinda Regional Health Center Reports Data Security Incident
On or around December 15, 2025, Clarinda learned that certain data within its network may have been accessed without authorization.
6/11/2026
Gaps in Nurses' Environmental Cleaning Knowledge Grow Amid Rising EVS Pressures
Environmental cleaning is crucial in preventing HAIs, but when the responsibility falls to those outside of EVS teams, problems arise.
6/10/2026
Jackson Hospital Falls Victim to Third-Party Cybersecurity Incident
Jackson Hospital has no evidence that any personal information has been or will be used for identity theft as a direct result of this incident.
6/10/2026
Jackson Hospital Falls Victim to Third-Party Cybersecurity Incident
Jackson Hospital has no evidence that any personal information has been or will be used for identity theft as a direct result of this incident.
6/10/2026
Staffing and Consolidation Reshape Outpatient Facility Strategies
Labor shortages and health system consolidation are driving new approaches to outpatient facility planning.
6/4/2026
Adams Health Network Falls Victim to Phishing Attack
Adams Health Network does not have any evidence that the attacker was seeking patient information.
6/4/2026
Adams Health Network Falls Victim to Phishing Attack
Adams Health Network does not have any evidence that the attacker was seeking patient information.
6/4/2026
Ventilation and Filtering for Infection Control
Poor IAQ can be deadly in healthcare facilities, so maintaining proper air conditioning and filter systems is key in controlling the spread of infection.
6/3/2026
Managing Drain and Biofilm Risk
Drains are out of sight, but a coordinated program linking infection prevention, EVS and facilities can keep them from getting out of control.
6/2/2026
Froedtert Hospital Blue Parking Facility IPMI Earns Award for Excellence
It is one of the parking and mobility industry’s most prestigious global honors.
6/2/2026
